Bid Manager

International SOS is the world’s leading medical and security services company with over 12,000 employees working in 1,000 locations in 90 countries. International SOS Government Services administers the TRICARE Overseas Program providing high-quality, accessible health care services for U.S. Military service members, family members, retirees, and other eligible beneficiaries overseas.

As a Bid Manager at International SOS, you will be designing solutions that operate on a global stage, influencing real-world outcomes across defence, diplomacy, and humanitarian support. You will partner directly with organisations like NATO, the European Union, and major government ministries across Europe.

What it’s like to work here

You will be part of a globally connected team, working on projects that genuinely matter  from supporting deployed personnel to enabling critical government operations worldwide.

This is a role for someone who thrives on:

• Variety
• Responsibility
• International collaboration
• And the satisfaction of winning meaningful work

Why this role stands out

• High-profile clients – engage with government bodies and global institutions
• Strategic influence – shape solutions from early capture through to contract award
• Fast-paced & varied – no two bids are the same
• Travel opportunities – collaborate across international teams and partners

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify new opportunities across European government markets
• Build winning strategies, including competitor analysis and win themes
• Collaborate with SMEs, legal, pricing, and operations to design compelling solutions
• Build relationships with clients and partners to stay ahead of upcoming tenders

End-to-End Bid Management

• Lead the full bid lifecycle; from early capture to final submission and award
• Craft high-quality, tailored proposals with strong value propositions
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across multiple countries
• Ensure bids are compliant, competitive, and commercially strong
• Manage multiple live opportunities with tight deadlines

Strategy

• Run bid reviews and drive lessons learned
• Improve win rates through smarter processes and insights
• Contribute to bid libraries, tools, and best practices
• Support smooth handover into delivery teams post-award

What we are looking for:

• Experience managing complex bids or tenders (government or similar environments)
• Understanding of public sector procurement and tender processes
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to balance strategy, detail, and deadlines
• Comfortable working across international teams

Bonus points if you have:

• Experience with defence or clients like UK Ministry of Defence or NATO
• Knowledge of European procurement frameworks
• Languages such as French or German
• Experience working with partners and subcontractors

Additional info

• Based in London
• Occasional international travel required
• Security clearance required

Ready to step into a global role?

If you’re looking to move beyond standard bid work and into something more strategic, international, and impactful; this is it.

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By joining International SOS, you will contribute to a global network dedicated to protecting people and organisations. We offer a dynamic and respectful workplace where expertise, innovation, and collaboration drive our success. International SOS has been awarded as a Top Employer in the UK by the Top Employer’s Institute (TEI) for 2025.

13,000 experts | 1,200+ locations | 90 countries | 110+ languages

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